The Gang of Five
Role Play => Random Role Play => Finished RP's => Topic started by: Serris on November 22, 2008, 12:29:23 AM
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I forgot to make a discussion thread for this RP.
Discuss plot twists, characters or anything relating to this RP here.
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Woah, I didn't know we had one of these!
Here's what I was thinking for the terrorist commanders plan, and what I've been setting up. The terrorists plan to use the base's technology to create an Einstein-Rosen bridge, a sort of "tunnel" to an alternate dimension. Their hope is that the terrorists and scientists from the other dimension will have weakened each other so much, that they can sweep up the pieces and own the parallel-universe base.
The reason they're trying to capture Lockdown (the prisoner from cell 8Z in the sublevels, who doesn't appear to have powers) is because his power is actually to transform matter into antimatter, a crucial phase for the bridge.
Things I've already included to hint at this plan:
1. The commander tells Hans to supervise the transport of large concave mirrors. Those are the framework for the bridge.
2. He describes Lockdown's power as "transmutation."
3. He actually calls it an "Einstein-Rosen bridge" in dialogue.
I was thinking that they need control of the AWTR because some of the experimental weaponry is necessary for the bridge to work.
Serris, if you had anything else planned for the terrorists' master plan, this one could easily be shortened to just a secondary plan, or the real plan could be put into motion by an ambitious terrorist lieutenant, who siezes control once the Einstein-Rosen bridge is destroyed.
What does everyone think?
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My original plot was that the terrorists decided to kill everyone in the base to make a political statement. Unbeknownst to everyone, the rogue scientists have been working on "Dragonstorm" and they planned used the experiments to stage a revolution, using the chaos caused by the attack as cover.
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But anyways, I LOVE this idea! I don't know what everyone else thinks about it. I was originally aiming for a "hard SF" slant but this might be an interesting twist.
I can SO see an interdimensional battle taking place.
An alternate plot I was working on linked these rogue scientists and terrorists. There it is implied that these rogue scientists caused the terrorist attack to test their experiments.
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Would the terrorists understand that they were part of a test, or did the rogue scientists set it up so the terrorists thought they were attacking of their own volition?
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Would the terrorists understand that they were part of a test, or did the rogue scientists set it up so the terrorists thought they were attacking of their own volition?
I had planned it so that to everyone (except the rogue scientists) that it looked like the terrorists attacked of their own accord.
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Cool. That's what I was hoping.
Also, once the bridge is created, I wasn't sure about who should invade who/where. I was going to play it by ear.
Should "our universe's" terrorists successfully invade the other universe? Should our characters be forced to follow them? Or should the other universe attack ours? Or some of both, maybe, with characters going back and forth?
Also, should the other universe be a "mirror" universe, with counterparts to our characters? (One thing that might be funny, what if the other universe is the RP going on at Furtopia?)
I think I'm asking too many questions too quickly. Let's hear people's opinions on the idea in general before going into detail.
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I think the best way would to do a little bit of both.
But realistically, I doubt these "combat scientists" will be following the terrorists into the bridge.
But it might be an interesting plot concept to have a character be forced into following the terrorists into the alternate universe. Not too sure how that will go over.
As for the alternate universe being the RP at Furtopia, that would be completely awesome. However, it may be very difficult to make it work without being cheesy or unintentionally hilarious. But then you have the problem of the other players.
The other universe could be a "mirror" but the "alternate universe counterpart" thing sounds a bit too close to a cheesy SF flick for comfort. That's not to say that the alternate universe characters won't be able to interact with our characters.
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You're right.
To be honest, intitially, I was going to have the bridge work, but nobody would get the opportunity to go through it, we destroy the thing before the terrorists get through. But I'd never thought of an interdimensional battle. That's a cool idea also. Cooler, actually.
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You're right.
To be honest, intitially, I was going to have the bridge work, but nobody would get the opportunity to go through it, we destroy the thing before the terrorists get through. But I'd never thought of an interdimensional battle. That's a cool idea also. Cooler, actually.
I think we should slow down a little on the brainstorming.
As for the interdimensional battle, again, it's a cool idea in theory but I'm wary of this because of the possibility that unintentional hilarity could result.
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Honestly, I'm not sure about this intedimensional battle idea. So far, the idea of a war between the heroes, the terrorists, the Dragonstorm scientists, and the sub-level experiments inside a secret military compound cut off the rest of the world seems like my cup of tea. Almost like a furry Resident Evil or other sci-fi/horror game. But I'll keep along with a few curve balls I might throw at ya.
ANYway, I'm going away for Thanksgiving weekend, so I'll be gone tomorrow til Monday.
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I am more concern if evolution starts going haywire and doesn't work like it is suppose to.
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could someone update me on whats going on in the RP?
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Briefing:
Well,
Hans and Werner met in the control room.
James and his group along with Dr. Joe, Snow, Neku, Hawkeye go back to the control room.
The rogue Dragonstorm scientists are out looking for James.
I introduced a new character.
James and Zachary and Vic are searching a lab and trying to open a door (behind which the new character is).
The group is planning to search the sub levels.
That's the basics, read over the topic and you should be back in the game soon.
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Actually, I'm with Mirumoto_Kenjiro, even though it was my idea in the first place. I still think the terrorists should create the Einstein-Rosen bridge, but we should destroy it before anyone has the opportunity to go in or out of it. (That also means the alternate universe could easily be Furtopia's RP, since we just can get a glimpse of it before the bridge shuts down. We wouldn't have to interact with them at all, but the stories would be connected.)
Also, f-22, new update, everyone except Hans, Werner and Shelton just left the control room. We're on our own again, and nothing new has happened with either of our characters.
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This is regards to the most recent post today:
LB&T: you asked how to justify the datafile before, I'll work that in an IC conversation. It's your decision on what the justification is.
If no one minds, I'm going to place James in a little hostage situation.
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Also, I have considered splitting the RP in to 2 parts.
The first part (the one that's running) deals with the terrorist assault and the Einstein-Rosen Bridge.
The second part deals with the Dragonstorm scientists and the rogue experiments.
I will await the opinions before I actually do decide to do the split.
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What do you mean by "split?" Just two plotlines in one story, or there's literally two threads, one called Darwins Soldiers:Dragonstorm? I'd prefer the former.
Also, f-22, what are you doing? Are you planning on making something constructive out of these two posts:
"Anybody up some poker,' hans asked holding up a deck of playing cards.
A terrorist seperated from his buddies walked into the lab and after seeing the bear screamed like a little girl before dropping his gun and saying "Please don't kill me!'
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yes I thought it would be interesting if one of the terrorists who was picked on a lot by his buddies was captured by dragonstrom scientists and the first one was to break up the stressful situation situation in the control room.
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Just throwing this out there: Could I have the Dragonstorm scientists in the control room overthrow the current inhabitants and hold them hostage? I thought that may provide an interesting conundrum: James & co. would have to take the control room by force, and all the systems of the base, like auto turrets and door locks, could be used against them.
If anyone wants their characters around to be held hostage, have them come up to the control room. Right now, we've got Werner (f-22), Shelton (me), and Kerzach (Serris). It sounds like Hans & the Cobalts are going to leave to help in the cafeteria, so they won't be held hostage.
If you're all okay with this idea, I'm going to have the coup happen once any more Dragonstorm scientists from the kitchen are captured and stored in the control room, and our heroes have progressed down into the sublevels (probably after l the action is done in the sublevels; no need to interrupt what's already happened.)
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Hmm. I like this idea, puts a totally new twist on things.
Kerzach is fair game. Even though he is a Cassowary with a switchblade and toe claws, he is no match for the Dragonstorm scientists.
Wait, I forgot to mention if James and co. confiscated the captive's weapons.
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I just got a PM from lbt/cty lover. He has dropped out of the RP and has offered up his character Siberys for anyone to take.
If no one takes him, I'll kill him off.
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Last mention of Syberis was when Shelton radioed him, mentioning to James that Syberis was away on a foray.
I'm not sure if we should kill him right off; maybe he should get captured and tortured for information? It'd be a great way for the terrorists to learn some important information on the surviving scientists, while at the same time we wouldn't need to sacrifice an active user's character.
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This is from StarfallRaptor:
(Just a Heads up. I won't be on for...a while... so Neku, Kagetora, and Hawkeye are up for open use. I'll be back...I hope... :cry :cry )
His 3 characters are available for loan until he comes back.
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I ported part of this RP into the Insane Cafe. I hope no one minds. That version will be an abridged one.
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What part, specifically? The story seems pretty unbroken to me.
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What part, specifically? The story seems pretty unbroken to me.
It's actually more like an abridged Darwin's Soldiers RP.
I'm going to be focusing mainly on the terrorist attack on Pelvanida. I may decide to add in a few rogue scientists but not to the degree that I have in the full RP. I may add in a few experiments. But it's mostly undecided for now; I'll let the mini RP run and see it works out.
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I'm also working on a few twists (main RP). I am considering having the terrorists cut power to a large portion of the base.
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That would be cool. Maybe the team could be forced to fight their way to auxiliary control. Might make for some fast-paced hallway shootouts.
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LBt, if you want to, you can post in the Insane cAfe Rp..
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Thanks, but I don't think I can run in two RPs at once. That probably sounds lame, but I like having my character's adventures all in the same thread. Thank you so much for the offer, though.
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well its the same character, the same story, just brought into another one. besides if the darwin's Soldiers Rp is going to be abridged properly, your character will have to appear in it at some point.
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If you guys in the Insane Cafe need Dr. Shelton for something, feel free to play as him. Treat him like you would Ducky or Scooby, as a pre-established character added into the RP.
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In the original RP, when I cut the power, should they be able to restore power through the auxiliary control room or will they have to find the control room in the generator room?
Speaking of which, what exactly would this base be powered by? It's allegedly set in 2008/2009 yet functional laser rifles and gauss weapons exist. For some reason, I'm leaning towards nuclear fusion even though that's kinda unrealistic.
I personally like the idea of a trek to the generator room.
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Generally, an auxiliary control is a fully-functional control room of it's own. Once our heroes reach it, they can conduct operations from there. But they'd still need to reach the generator room to bring power back online first.
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So, how are we gonna resolve what's going on in Pelvanida right now? Half of the characters are knocked out, the other half are sitting idle in the cafeteria.
I just want to say that I don't have any plans for the shadow figures that are now in possession of Werner, Vic, Kerzach, Cale, and Siberys. I just wanted a way to get Shelton captured by the people in command of auxiliary control. What I'm trying to say is, if any of you have plans for what to do with the captured team members, feel free to do so. You won't be interrupting my plot.
My plan is to establish the shadow figures as what used to be the guards of the sublevels, with the men in auxiliary control as the commanders. Their goal is to contact the terrorist commander and offer to join forces. This could cause a new host of problems, as well as bring the terrorists back into the mix, since they've kinda been missing for a while.
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That's a nice twist. The shadowy figures and the men in the aux control were once Pelvanida guards.
Since James, Zachary and the Dhole are currently separated from Werner, Shelton, Vic, Kerzach, Cale, and Siberys, James and his group have to rescue Shelton and his group. The problem is how would they get through/around the sealed blast doors?
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how about saying werner got captured by the terrorists?
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That's a nice twist. The shadowy figures and the men in the aux control were once Pelvanida guards.
Since James, Zachary and the Dhole are currently separated from Werner, Shelton, Vic, Kerzach, Cale, and Siberys, James and his group have to rescue Shelton and his group. The problem is how would they get through/around the sealed blast doors?
Maybe through the sublevels. The wolf and the straight-jacketed figure must have gotten over there somehow.
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Just FYI: Starfall has left the forum, leaving a wish that his characters go out in a haze of glory. That means Neku, Cale, and Hawkeye.
I'm not sure if we want to comply, though. :( It'd be a shame to lose them. We could all play as them, like with Siberys.
EDIT:Wait, Starfall, you're here. Want me to delete this so you can type something?
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He's right. I'm... Leaving, and I really have decided to have my guys go out in a blaze of glory. Preferably soon. Just... Let them die with honor.
Starfall
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I have a question. Do we want the terrorists to reach aux control first? Because that way, James and co. will have to stage a rescue for Shelton. Or do we want James and co. to reach first, in which case it'll be James, Shelton, and co. defending the aux control from attackers. Just wondering which we want to do, cause both have their ups and downs to them.
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Well it seems that F-22 has dropped out (temporarily).
What would the advantages and disadvantages of them?
Also, I was thinking of using both attacks. Some terrorists reach the aux control room first but they call for reinforcements before James and co. kill them.
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Well, if the terrorists get there first, they can use the base defenses against James and co. Might provide an opportunity for some of Starfall's characters to sacrifice themselves. (A note about that below) In addition, they'd be able to torture Shelton for more information (which I'm fine with, as long as they don't kill him)
If James and co. reach first, they'll have the base defenses on their side, and some terrorists will have the opportunity to escape and get back to the hangar with the bridge. Personally, the former option seems to provide more drama, since our characters have been on the defense for most of the story.
Two other things, while I'm here:
While Starfall asked us to kill all his characters, I think Neku should be spared, especially since his relationship with Snow has been built up for the entire RP. Alternately, that could give him the incentive to sacrifice himself, if Snow were in serious danger.
Also, a question about what's going on with everybody captured by the shadow creatures. I don't think anyone has any plans for that. We could have Kerzach and the captured characters win the shadow creatures over to our side. Then, now that we have an adequate fighting force, we can attack the hangar, and fight the terrorists to stop them from using the bridge, leading to the climax of the entire RP.
Actually, it kind of makes sense that they'd side with us; they are fellow Pelvanida personnel, and their commanders had just ditched them for the terrorists.
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Now the other part of the RP, the Dragonstorm scientists. It's not like we can leave them alone either. They'll want James and co. dead because they know too much about Dragonstorm.
And it is a nice change of pace for James and co. to go on the offensive.
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We should eaither notify f-22 that we're waiting on him. Or move on without his character responding. He's had at least eight posts in the RP section since James asked Hans the question, I don't think he knows we're waiting on him.
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Hmm. I was wondering if it would be a good idea to save the Dragonstorm scientists for the sequel.
It would prolong the story but I'm not sure if that's really feasible. Yes, the rogue scientists are every bit a threat as the terrorists, perhaps even more so.
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Yeah, it seems like the RP is wrapping up nicely. The terrorists were the original antagonists, after all. Once their beaten in aux control and in the hangar, Pelvanida would be won back; it'd seem odd to keep the RP going.
Another thing: my fan fic won't prevent any sequels, because (spoiler alert) the characters that made it through the bridge are anti-matter duplicates accidentally created by the bridge. The real characters got spat back out and probably just assumed the bridge failed.
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Hmm. I was wondering if it would be a good idea to save the Dragonstorm scientists for the sequel.
It would prolong the story but I'm not sure if that's really feasible. Yes, the rogue scientists are every bit a threat as the terrorists, perhaps even more so.
Actually, we should have some sort of closure regarding the Dragonstorm story. I think once we take aux control we should seal the Dragonstorm room and drastically lower the oxygen levels in it. They'll pass out, but still be alive, and presumably put into custody at the end. If we do a sequel, it could start with them escaping from prison or something.
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f-22, Serris, I've seen both of you post in the Random Role Play section without continuing the Darwin Soldiers thread. I know it's almost over, but let's wrap it up so we can get started on the next one.
We need the terrorists to arrive in aux control, and then we need James and co. to show up and fight them for it.
I'm not trying to be rude, (sorry if I am), but Darwin's Soldiers had been the only RP I've ever posted in, and I really want to see it finished.
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You know, right now, all that's happening in the RP is us fighting terrorists, and the bridge was never blown up. You think the terrorists should pull off a Plan B, consisting of a back-up generator that reactivates the bridge, and forces us to destroy it? This would also make the ending of the RP a little more climactic, if the last of the the terrorists die attempting to jump through the collapsing bridge.
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You think the terrorists should pull off a Plan B, consisting of a back-up generator that reactivates the bridge, and forces us to destroy it? This would also make the ending of the RP a little more climactic, if the last of the the terrorists die attempting to jump through the collapsing bridge.
Yeah I think they should.
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Yeah, the terrorists probably expected a full scale assault like this so they'd probably have a plan B.
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The RP is so close to being done I can taste it!
What's left? Should we have one more post from f-22 and Starfall, detailing their character's escapes from the hangar, and then Serris wraps it up by blowing the bridge and providing the conclusion?
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Sounds good. I'll then post a redirect on this page to the sequel discussion thread.
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Just FYI, I realized we never gave the Igunana guard a name, so I went back and edited one of my posts. There's now one mention of his name being Neville Iver, (though of course, since Serris was the one who created the character, I can change or delete that if you like. I just thought he deserved a name.)
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That's okay.
I'm not sure how to end it though; is Starfall going to bring the characters back into the base.
I know I'll end it with the group restoring communications and the US military (possibly the US Cyber-Psi Corps) coming in.
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Regarding the RP...
I think Starfall's final post was a great ending post. Unless you want to add a post, maybe detailing the military showing up (though I'm not sure we need that, since we know they're coming) or something, Serris, I think the RP is on a great ending note.
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I'll PM a request to Nick to archive it. I'll let everyone's imaginations fill in the ending (and I'll elaborate on the coda for the sequel).
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I've moved the story to the finished section, so we can start on the sequel..